Matheson LLP - Looking to the future

by Gráinne Callanan, Partner and Head of Cork Office, Matheson LLP

The business community in Cork continues to develop and grow, and we are living in a time of fast-paced change - one that offers the opportunity for creativity and proactivity. Our focus in Matheson is to serve the Irish legal needs of internationally-focused companies and financial institutions doing business in and from Ireland. We are a proud member of Cork Chamber of Commerce, and Matheson's growing team of 35 professionals in our new premises on Penrose Dock works with clients across all industries, observing the changes that impact the way we and our society work.

These changes can present opportunities for our clients, and we have developed and implemented new technologies and methodologies to better serve our clients.

While the benefits of new technologies are clear, there are challenges. Cyber security is an area where we work extensively. Organisations can be vulnerable to threats, requiring ongoing vigilance, planning and investment of time and resources to safeguard against potentially costly incidents. We work to navigate these threats, supporting clients in the event of a breach or issue, and guiding their response to such incidents.

Another key area is Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), requiring businesses to look at how they operate today and into the future. Our ESG Advisory Group works exclusively in this domain and while we are working with clients today, we are also preparing for the future.

We work hard on our commitment to diversity and inclusion, for our people and our clients and this year were the first Irish organisation to be re-accredited with the prestigious ‘Investors in Diversity’ Gold Standard award. Recent years have been challenging, but for many businesses it has been an opportunity to change and grow. At Matheson, we drive a culture of innovation – winning Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2022 this month - and it is this approach that will underpin our future development and that of our clients in Cork.

Visit www.matheson.com/esg to learn more about our ESG Advisory Group